Angelo Mathews - Sri Lanka’s gifted all-rounder turns 28 today

Angelo Mathews – Sri Lanka’s gifted all-rounder turns 28 today: The Sri Lankan captain has established himself as one of the most proficient players of the gentleman’s game. He made his international debut in a One Day International against Zimbabwe in November 2008. Since then Angelo Mathews has made steady progress to become one of the indispensable members of Sri Lankan cricket team.

He maintains an incredible average of 51.5 and 40.24 in tests and ODI cricket respectively. Mathews is known for his versatility and brilliant stroke play. Moreover his competency with bat and ball provides the balance to his side. His technique and style of play fulfills the requirements of shorter formats of the game. He has that ability to control the game and to shift gears when the situation demands.

Angelo was also a key member of the Lankan team that won the 2014 World Twenty20 championship and was part of the team that made it to the final of the 2011 WC and 2012 World Twenty20 championship. His match winning partnership with pacer Lasith Malinga, recorded the highest ninth wicket partnership in ODI history as they scored 132 runs for ninth wicket is one of his finest innings.

He also holds the record of winning most matches in 2014 as captain with an impressive win percent of 60.5%. Mathews was one of five Wisden Cricketers of year 2015 which added another feather to his hat. He has also made an impact in IPL playing for Kolkata Knight Riders and Pune Warriors India before he was bought by Delhi Daredevils in IPL Auction at a price tag of Rs.7.5 Crores in 2015. He is known for his capability to score runs quickly and his strike rate of 85.03 in ODI is an excellent proof of it.

The Sri Lankan all-rounder’s ability to perform on a consistent basis is another reason why he one of the prized assets of Sri Lankan cricket. It’s inevitable that his growth will surely help his country reach greater heights in cricket. Undoubtedly Angelo Mathews is the future of Sri Lankan cricket; CricTracker wishes him a very happy birthday!